Brave Men as Ever Fought by artist Don Troiani will be on loan at the Rhode Island State House from the Museum of the American Revolution until June 29th, 2025. […]
Hosted by HistWick at Council Chambers at Town Hall (80 Boston Neck Rd) @ 6:30 PM Event description: 250 years ago, events were taking place that would lead to to the […]
Friday, May 9th, 2025 Colony House | Washington Square, Newport Admission: $60 to $85 per person* *All tickets for this event include a copy of The Fate of the Day: […]
May 10th at the Middletown Public Library. 2 PM In the Revolutionary War era, Aquidneck Island was occupied by British and German military forces, December 1776 – October 1779. This […]
Learn the basics of genealogy, find out about the Sons of the American Revolution and the Daughters of the American Revolution, and meet with members to find out if you […]
The Newport Historical Society presents Newport 1775: Whose Side Are You On?, an immersive exhibition and lecture series that delves into the complex choices faced by Newport residents on the […]
Rhode Island 250 Commission, Rhode Island Department of State, & Rhode Island Historical Society Professional Development Series for Educators Continues! The Rhode Island 250 Commission, Rhode Island Department of State, and the Rhode Island Historical Society present their fifth professional development session for Rhode Island educators highlighting Rhode Island's pivotal role in the founding of […]
THE BRITS ATTACK BRISTOL (& LOSE!) In 1775, the British bombed Bristol. And then in 1778, the British, after landing on the shore up on Bristol Neck, marched through town, […]
Two Hundred and Fifty Years of Army Life Join us as we celebrate a monumental milestone in military history—250 years of service, dedication, and sacrifice. This special event at Kempenaar's […]
In the final workshop of the RI 250 Teacher Professional Development Series, join us to learn more about key milestones in Rhode Island’s history and movements that have affected significant historic change in our state. Topics will cover the experiences and contributions of Indigenous and migrant communities in Rhode Island. Free lessons, resources, a letter […]
